Pink peppercorns

Schinus molle, S. terebinthifolia

spice

Small pink berries of a Brazilian tree, with a resinous, sweet taste, called pink pepper though they are no pepper.

Origin

South America (Brazil, Peru)

Season (United States)

imported · all year round

Preparation

They are crushed between the fingers or scattered whole, raw, at the end of cooking. They belong to the cashew and pistachio family: take care if you are allergic to either.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Phenolic acids · Limonene

Did you know?

The “Brazilian pepper tree” has become an invasive plant in the United States and New Caledonia, where it spreads as scrub.